Event Sales Manager

Sales Manager – Sustainability Events

£35k - £40k + Commission

Hybrid - Cenrral London

This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-led organisation specialising in climate resilience, decarbonisation and green investment events, generating new business and developing relationships with corporate clients and industry partners.

The Role

This is a hands-on sales role focused on generating leads, converting opportunities and achieving revenue targets. You will manage the full sales process, from prospecting and initial contact through to proposals, negotiations and closing deals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage inbound enquiries and proactively source new leads through outreach.
• Sell exhibition stands and conference sponsorship packages.
• Build and maintain an active sales pipeline using CRM systems.
• Send approximately 20 proposals per month.
• Secure at least one sponsorship agreement per month.
• Work with marketing on database campaigns and lead generation.
• Attend industry events, networking opportunities and client meetings.
• Develop relationships with corporate clients, partners and industry networks.
• Support marketing content, newsletters and social media activity.
• Assist with the delivery of networking events and the organisation's flagship annual event.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in B2B sales, business development or account management.
• Experience in events, exhibitions, sponsorship, energy or climate tech would be advantageous.
• Confident generating leads and closing new business.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable with telephone sales, email outreach and face-to-face meetings.
• Experience using CRM systems and LinkedIn.
• Strong organisational skills and a target-driven approach.
• An interest in sustainability and the net-zero transition.

What's On Offer

• Quarterly team incentives, including a £5k prize fund when targets are achieved.
• Hybrid working.
• Monday to Friday, 9am–5.30pm, with flexibility.
• 25 days annual leave, plus birthday leave.
• Additional annual leave with length of service.
• Share option eligibility after two years.
• Training, development and career progression.
• Opportunity to join a growing, purpose-led business within the sustainability sector.